Episode: #116 | Published: 2022-04-11 | Duration: 41 min 6 sec

Topic: Pathology

The practice of oncology is constantly transforming, which is what makes it such an incredibly exciting field to get into! Joining us today is head and neck oncologic surgeon, Dr. R. Bryan Bell, to share some insights into the ins and outs of surgical oncology. Dr. Bell fills us in on the trade-offs one might have to make when choosing this path and gives a detailed description of the best training route to becoming a head and neck cancer surgeon. In this episode, you will learn about the ways in which oncology is transforming and hear some astute advice from one of the country's finest! Tune in to find out more about this particular niche so you can gauge if it's the right path for you and find out how best to go about becoming a head and neck oncologic surgeon yourself.

Key Points From This Episode:

• Dr. Bryan Bell's medical training history and current practice setup.
• An overview of Dr. Bell's involvement in the OHSU program.
• The history and the mission of the OHSU program.
• Dr. Bell's interest and involvement in palliative surgery.
• Advice from Dr. Bell for those considering a career in surgical oncology.
• How the practice of oncology is transforming.
• Advantages of the traditional OMS practice.
• The challenge of balancing one's surgical practice and personal life.
• The best route to becoming a head and neck cancer surgeon.
• The astounding expansion of fellowships in the country.
• Why Dr. Bell recommends a third year of fellowship.
• The relationship between fellows and residents in a good, busy program.
• Why Dr. Bell believes the dental program at OHSU to be the best in the country.
• Dr. Bell answers our four rapid-fire questions!

Links Mentioned in Today's Episode:

Dr. R. Bryan Bell on LinkedIn — www.linkedin.com/in/r-bryan-bell-md-dds-facs-frcs-ed-860a0463/

Dr. R. Bryan Bell on Twitter — @rbryanbell

Dr. R. Bryan Bell Email — richard.bell@providence.org

Oregon Health & Science University — ohsu.edu

The Power Broker by Robert Caro — www.amazon.com/Power-Broker-Robert-Moses-Fall/dp/1847923658

Dr. Grant Stucki Email — grantstucki@gmail.com

Dr. Grant Stucki Phone — 720-441-6059